U. S. Army
_This job requires military service with a contract for enlistment or commission.
This is not an application to a specific position within the military.
This job is only an example of a position that you could be placed in after taking a job placement exam.__Enlistment entails that you speak to a recruiter, take a job placement exam, complete a physical exam, choose from the career options that are presented to you, sign a career contract, take the oath of enlistment, and attend boot camp._By enlisting into the Army as a Parachute Rigger, you become a part of a team of Soldiers.
As a Soldier you secure your future with a career in the Active Duty Army (full-time) and are able to take advantage of all the benefits that serving in the Army gives you.
Soldiers in the Army receive a recurring annual allowance for college, guaranteed healthcare for you that includes family benefits for those with a family, and many more benefits listed below.
You gain leadership skills, college credit, and job-security by enlisting into the Army that is hard to find in the civilian sector.
This is an entry level position with no experience necessary.
Parachute riggers are primarily responsible for repairing textile and canvas items, webbed equipment and clothing.*Job Duties: ** Rig supplies, equipment and vehicles for airdrop* Perform technical, routine and in-storage rigger-type inspection on cargo, extraction and personnel parachute as well as other airdrop equipment before, during and after each use* Inventory, clean, receive, store and issue all airdrop equipment used in airdrop operations* Use and maintain machines and tools for fabrication, modification and repair to parachute and other airdrop equipment* Inspect, test and install extraction and release systems* Attend Basic and Advanced Training (paid)*Basic Qualifications: ** Age 17 to 34 years old* Education Current Senior in High School(HS), HS Diploma, GED, GED equivalent, or higher education level completed* Citizenship U.S.
Citizen/Permanent Resident* Submit to background and medical screening* Receive a passing score on the ASVAB*Benefits: ** Enlistment bonus up to $50,000, varies by job and individual qualifications* Education benefits* Tuition Assistance ($4,000 annually) / GI Bill (up to $108,000 for 36 months of attending college)* Paid training (Basic and Advanced)* 30 days of paid vacation earned every year* Additional living expenses for those who have dependents* Various lengths of contracts available from 2 years to 6 years normally”Work Remotely * NoJob Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $26,000.00 $56,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Relocation assistance* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursementSupplemental Pay:* Signing bonusEducation:* High school or equivalent (Required)Work Location: Multiple Locations